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Jeanneau Yachts 55

Designer: Philippe Briand  ·  First built: 2015
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About the Jeanneau Yachts 55

Part of Jeanneau's prestigious yacht line, this 55-footer represents the French builder's commitment to combining performance with luxurious cruising comfort. Built with offshore capabilities in mind, this sailing yacht appeals to serious cruisers seeking both adventure and refinement on extended passages. Jeanneau's design philosophy shines through in the thoughtful balance between sailing performance and onboard livability. The yacht's construction reflects decades of French boatbuilding expertise, incorporating modern materials and techniques that have made Jeanneau a respected name in the global sailing community. The spacious cockpit and well-planned deck layout facilitate both comfortable day sailing and serious passage making. Below deck, the accommodations emphasize the "yacht" designation with premium finishes and generous living spaces that set it apart from standard production cruisers. The interior design maximizes natural light and ventilation while providing the amenities expected by discerning sailors. This model targets experienced sailors who appreciate quality construction and aren't willing to compromise on comfort during extended cruising. Whether coastal hopping or crossing oceans, the Jeanneau Yachts 55 delivers the reliability and performance characteristics that serious sailors demand from a premium sailing yacht.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 56.43 ft / 17.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 49.21 ft / 15.00 m
Beam 16.73 ft / 5.10 m
Max Draft 8.86 ft / 2.70 m
Displacement 48,502 lb / 22,000 kg
Ballast 17,637 lb / 8,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1560 ft² / 144.93 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG w/core
Designer Philippe Briand
First Built 2015
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
18.73
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
36.36
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
181.7
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
33.98
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.84
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 9.4 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 17.64 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Dufour 54, First Yacht 53 Beneteau, Grand Soleil 52 Lc, X56, Xp 55

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Dimensions
LOA
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
56.4 ft
Dufour 54
55.3 ft
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
56.2 ft
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
55.9 ft
X56
56.6 ft
Xp 55
56.5 ft
LWL
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
49.2 ft
Dufour 54
48.7 ft
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
50.5 ft
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
49.0 ft
X56
49.0 ft
Xp 55
48.8 ft
Beam
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
16.7 ft
Dufour 54
17.2 ft
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
16.4 ft
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
16.1 ft
X56
16.1 ft
Xp 55
15.7 ft
Displacement
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
48 lbs
Dufour 54
36 lbs
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
34 lbs
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
37 lbs
X56
39 lbs
Xp 55
37 lbs
Ballast
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
17 lbs
Dufour 54
10 lbs
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
9 lbs
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
12 lbs
X56
15 lbs
Xp 55
14 lbs
Sail Area
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
1,560 sq ft
Dufour 54
1 sq ft
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
1 sq ft
X56
1 sq ft
Xp 55
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
18.7
Dufour 54
22.7
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
23.1
X56
23.3
Xp 55
27.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
36.4 %
Dufour 54
29.7 %
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
28.9 %
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
33.1 %
X56
39.8 %
Xp 55
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
34.0
Dufour 54
25.1
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
27.9
X56
29.8
Xp 55
28.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
1.84
Dufour 54
2.08
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
1.93
X56
1.89
Xp 55
1.88
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
181
Dufour 54
140
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
119
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
141
X56
151
Xp 55
Hull Speed
Jeanneau Yachts 55 ★
9.4 kts
Dufour 54
9.4 kts
First Yacht 53 Beneteau
Grand Soleil 52 Lc
9.4 kts
X56
9.4 kts
Xp 55
9.4 kts
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